Language Lab Supervisor
Language Lab Supervisor
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The Opportunity
Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions Indigenous persons African Canadians other racialized groups persons with disabilities and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily selfidentify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
The Department of Modern Languages at MSVU invites applications for the position of Language Lab Supervisor.
Classification: Permanent 11 Month Parttime (4 Days/Week) Sessional NSGEU Level 7 Position
Salary: $47558 per annum Prorated as $32925 per year Step Progression at 100%: $47558 to $55782
Start Date: August 2025
Application Process:
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process please let us know.
Applications should include a cover letter and resume. To apply for this position go to and follow the online application system. This competition closes on May 26 2025.
What youll do
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chair of Modern Languages the Language Lab Supervisor coordinates the MSVU Language Lab which supports the teaching of French Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. The supervisors tasks include: hiring student language lab monitors with the Chair and supervising them. Creating and finding appropriate pedagogical activities for use in the Language Lab (virtual and real). Maintain and develop the Moodle page for the Language Lab. Seeing that equipment is maintained and renewed (with the help of the Mounts IT&S office.) Providing technical assistance to students and fulfilling faculty needs regarding Language Lab materials. Reporting back to faculty on a regular basis. Creating a helpful and supportive environment in the Language Lab for students and faculty. Organizing cultural events in the lab and putting the required materials in place. Supervising student societies within the department.
What youll need
Qualifications
A bachelor in a related field (preference for a French major or equivalent) and 3 years related experience. Demonstrated experience in helping with language acquisition is required for this position. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Native or near native fluency in French is required. Basic knowledge of Spanish and/or Mandarin Chinese would be an asset as well as demonstrated knowledge of pedagogical concepts and previous experience supervising scheduling and payroll processing staff.
Strong interpersonal skills organizational skills creativity and problemsolving skills are required. As is effective oral and written communication. Demonstrated advocacy for diversity and inclusion and initiative in creating opportunities to celebrate cultural events and/or holidays. Experience using languageacquisition software and online technologies is required. Candidates should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) and have an aptitude for or previous experience using business enterprise systems such as Colleague and SharePoint.
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Mount Saint Vincent University
A leader in online and experiential learning Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity diversity inclusion and accessibility at the fore MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest studenttoprofessor ratios across its programs in Arts Science Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security healthy aging literacy nutrition childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mikmaki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq People.
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Employment Type
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